Vernier's NAC Goes to Canada

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- Vernier Networks today announced that Foreseeson Technology Inc., a leading Canadian distributor of IT security and networking products, has selected Vernier’s award-winning EdgeWall to offer Network Access Control (NAC) solutions to its customers in Canada. The company also announced that Foreseeson has joined Vernier’s Vantage program as a distributor in Canada, extending Vernier’s reach to large Canadian organizations.

“As customer interest in NAC solutions continues to boom, we are pleased to be able to bring Vernier’s Network Access Control solutions to our Canadian customers,” said Brian Cherrin, general manager, distribution division of Foreseeson. “After evaluating Vernier’s EdgeWall, we were impressed with its ability to scan for policy compliance, continually inspect endpoint traffic and quarantine malicious and out-of-compliance users. As a result, we will be able to better address our customers’ security needs and help them to better secure their networks.”

According to the recent “NAC Market and Technology Trends Survey” conducted by Vernier, more than half of 400 IT security professionals consider a NAC solution to be an essential part of their near-term network infrastructure implementation plans. Nearly 40 percent plan to implement a NAC solution within the next 12 months.

“Foreseeson’s deep expertise in security solutions and strong customer base make it an ideal partner for Vernier in Canada,” said Eric Colard, vice president of channel and business development for Vernier Networks. “Foreseeson promotes a holistic approach to security to reduce risks and achieve IT compliance, and we are delighted to offer the NAC piece of the solution.”

Vernier Networks Inc.